Saturn Sky

vs

Chevrolet Corvette Z06

USA vs USA — 2006 vs 2006

Saturn Sky (2006)
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (2006)
Specifications
Sky Red Line TurboCorvette Z06 C6 LS7 7.0L
Horsepower260 hp505 hp
Torque260 lb-ft470 lb-ft
Engine Size1,998 cc7,008 cc
0-60 mph5.5 sec3.7 sec
Top Speed155 mph198 mph
¼ Mile14.0 sec11.7 sec
Weight2,954 lbs3,126 lbs
Wheelbase2,414 mm2,686 mm
Length4,090 mm4,436 mm
Units Produced7,50027,932
Original MSRP$30,585$65,800
Value (Excellent)$35,000$90,000
Collectibility6/107/10
Rarity7/105/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo brings lighter weight, greater rarity, better value to the table, and the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C6 LS7 7.0L answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

In the world of Sports Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo versus the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C6 LS7 7.0L. Both hail from Modern classic and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C6 LS7 7.0L holds a clear advantage in raw power with 505 hp compared to 260 hp, a 245-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Saturn Sky uses a Inline-4 Turbocharged displacing 1,998 cc, while the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 relies on a V8 OHV 16V with 7,008 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C6 LS7 7.0L edges ahead at 3.7 seconds versus 5.5 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 7,500 units built, the 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo is considerably scarcer than the Chevrolet Corvette Z06's 27,932 examples. On the collector market, the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C6 LS7 7.0L commands a significant premium over the 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.